RIB480C

The RIB480C is a fully appointed 4.8-metre RIB distinguished by its centre console with an integrated windscreen and 4-point switch panel, plus standard aft cabin seating and a stainless steel back rest. Designed for coastal patrol, dive operations, and passenger charter work and rated for up to 60 HP, it is one of the heaviest 480 variants at 280 kg, reflecting its comprehensive standard equipment list including the reinforced console structure and cabin furnishings.

Standard Equipment

Hull & Tubes

• Hand-laid fibreglass deep-V hull with gelcoat finish
• Hypalon / PVC inflatable tubes, 48 cm diameter, 5 air chambers

Oars & Pump

• 2 oars
• Foot pump
• Repair kit

Seating

• Centre console with integrated windscreen and 4-point switch panel
• Front and back cabin with cushioned seats
• Stainless steel back rest

Safety Items

• 5 independent air chambers for flotation redundancy
• Bilge pump (automatic)
• Bow towing eye
• Stern lifting points

Deck & Hardware

• Fibreglass anchor tray with drainage
• Non-slip deck surface

Options & Accessories

• 4 kg anchor
• Life jacket
• Aluminium sunroof
• Electric pump
• 60 A battery with box
• Fibreglass step ends
• Boat cover
• Trailer
• Teak floor
• Mechanical steering system with steering wheel and cables
• 60 L built-in fuel tank
• Stainless steel targa with 3 navigation lights
• Battery charger / maintainer
• Bimini top / folding sun canopy
• Deluxe tube repair kit
• Dock lines (4x)
• Fender set (4x) with lines
• Garmin or similar GPS/fishfinder combo
• Mooring cover (heavy-duty)
• Spare propeller
• Stainless steel boarding ladder
• VHF radio with DSC

Technical Features

• Hull: CE-certified hand-laid fibreglass deep-V hull with a 2.00 m beam. At 280 kg, the 480C sits at the heavier end of the 480 range, with the extra mass coming from the windscreen-equipped console and cabin structures. Available in white, grey, navy, red, or custom RAL gelcoat.
• Tubes: Hypalon/PVC tubes with 48 cm diameter and 5 independent chambers. The generous tube volume contributes to a stable platform at rest. Tube colour options: black, grey, white, orange, red, and blue.
• Deck & Layout: Centre console with integrated windscreen and a 4-point switch panel for convenient helm control. Front and back cabins come with cushions, and the stainless steel back rest adds passenger comfort underway.
• Engine & Performance: Max engine rating of 60 HP (44.74 kW). The 280 kg hull pairs well with a 50-60 HP outboard for best planing performance across the 680 kg load range.
• Safety: 5 air chambers and a standard bilge pump. The windscreen provides spray protection for the helm during longer passages.
• Manufacturing: Hand-laid fibreglass hull with vinylester resin. Tubes assembled using thermofusion welding for leak-proof seams. Every hull tank-tested for 48 hours prior to fitting.
• Certifications: CE approved under the EU Recreational Craft Directive. ISO 9001 quality management system. Hull warranty 5 years, tube warranty 2 years.
• Customisation: Full customisation available — choose tube and hull colours, console layout, seating configuration, and graphics for fleet, government, or OEM orders.

Ideal Uses

The RIB480C caters to boaters, fishing enthusiasts, marine professionals, and commercial operators who want a 4.8 m RIB for coastal and sea operations with the convenience of a windscreen-equipped centre console. It is especially suited to those who spend long hours at the helm and appreciate spray protection and organised switchgear from the factory — making it a popular choice for patrol services, dive operators, and charter companies.